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Our resources page contains some of the tools we find useful, as well as links to interesting articles and websites that we wouldn’t be without…
Feel free to use any of the material listed here – the templates and checklists aren't copyrighted, but please acknowledge us as the source. Enjoy! |
Videos
Influencing Skills for Project ManagersWatch video
The fifth in our video series, Tracy discusses three types of influence and the importance of thorough stakeholder analysis.
What Makes a Great Project ManagerWatch video
Tracy talks about the factors that make Project Managers successful, and how Project Managers can develop and improve their skills.
Project and Programme GovernanceWatch video
Karen talks about the benefits of having effective Governance and why this shouldn't be under rated.
PMO's - The Good and The BadWatch video
In this video Karen discusses the value of a good PMO and some signs that a PMO is not operating as it should.
Investment Logic MappingWatch video
Investment Logic Mapping (ILM) has proved to be an extremely helpful business tool, and in this video Karen Tregaskis discusses what she likes most about it. |
Our Articles
Extracting value from your PMO InvestmentDownload article
Read how to get the most value from your PMO Investments in this white paper by Karen Tregaskis.
A Road Map to Successful Project Methodology ImplementationDownload article
A paper developed by Tracy Brown describing how to overcome some of the challenges faced in implementing a project methodology.
Wowing the Audience when you are the 'support act'Download article
A paper presented by Karen Tregaskis at the annual PMI conference in Wellington in August 2010
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Templates
Documents your internal and external stakeholder management thinking and how you will manage stakeholder relationships. The stakeholder management plan sits alongside the Project Initiation Document (PID) or Work Package for projects with significant stakeholder management needs.
Documents the business justification for your project. Is the project worth doing, is it a viable proposition, and is it a priority compared to everything else?
A key planning document that outlines how your project will be managed and monitored. It establishes a baseline you can use to assess the overall success of your project.
Documents your plan for a smaller project, a work stream, product or discrete set of tasks or activities.
Used to document emerging risks to your project and tracks risk management progress.
Used to document project issues and potential changes, and track issues management progress.
Used to track current project progress and forecast future project performance.
Provides a clear record of the decisions, actions and timeframes agreed at a meeting.
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Links to useful sites
OGC’s Programmes and Projects Resource ToolkitVisit site
The UK Office of Government Commerce provides best practice advice and guidance for anyone working in the programme or project space. This is a great resource, but no substitute for project management training.
Centre for Creative LeadershipVisit site
This site is a good source of leadership development and coaching information for anyone in the role of coach. Registration is free.
Paul Hutcheson, Mediator and FacilitatorVisit site
A valued member of our associate team, Paul’s site is a great source of advice for anyone dealing with conflict in the workplace.
Tony Mann is a UK based training specialist, with a wealth of facilitation expertise. We license some of Tony’s tools for use in our facilitation programmes.
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